Senior Consolidation Accountant

Flex; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Flex, based in Austin, TX, seeks a Consolidations Accountant to compile, analyze, and report financial data while developing and maintaining systems, procedures, and policies in line with US GAAP and corporate requirements. You will lead monthly close activities, support consolidations, and interact with auditors and cross-functional partners.

The role supports SpinCo as planned for Q1 2027 and involves collaboration with senior teams, preparing footnotes for SEC filings, and advising on complex

Qualifications

• CPA certification required.
• BA/BS in Accounting or equivalent degree.
• 5 years of experience in financial reporting/accounting at public company or public accounting firm.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and its application.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage time and stay organized under reporting pressure.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; strong collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly, quarterly and annual close activities including journal entries and financials for executive leadership.
• Prepare consolidated financial statements and perform variance analysis on key accounts.
• Assist with preparation of financials and workpapers for 8-K/earnings releases.
• Partner with Finance, Tax, Treasury, Internal Audit and other functions for accounting, reporting and compliance.
• Communicate with external auditors and provide schedules to support audits.
• Conduct research on accounting issues and provide guidance under US GAAP.
• Oversee SOX controls and department responsibilities including monthly close variance analyses.
• Support merger and acquisition-related purchase accounting and intercompany activities.
• Assist in footnotes/MD&A for Form 10-Q/SEC filings.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

US GAAP application

Financial analysis

Proficient in Excel

PowerPoint

Education

BA/BS in Accounting (or equivalent)

CPA

Tools

OneStream

Workiva

Job description

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

Flex intends to spin off its Cloud and Power Infrastructure segment into a new, independent publicly traded company, which we're calling SpinCo, until the name is unveiled. The spin is planned for Q1 2027. If the intended spin occurs, this role will support SpinCo, which will focus on critical digital infrastructure, delivering end-to-end power and thermal management solutions for AI data centers and other mission-critical applications.

The "Consolidations Accountant" will be based in Austin, TX headquarters.

This role will ensure the accurate compilation, analysis, and reporting of financial data as well as assist with developing, implementing, and maintaining systems, procedures, and policies to ensure accurate data in compliance with corporate and legislative requirements.

What a typical day looks like:

• Perform and manage monthly, quarterly and annual close activities including journal entries and financials preparation for executive leadership
• Assist with the preparation of consolidated financial statements and perform variance analysis on certain critical accounts.
• Assist with preparation of financials and related workpaper required for 8K/earnings release.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders including Finance, Tax, Treasury, Internal Audit and other corporate functions serving as a liaison for accounting, reporting, and compliance activities.
• Correspond directly with external auditors and provide requested schedules to auditors to support necessary audit requirements.
• Perform technical research on various accounting issues and provide accounting consultation advice to business partners under US GAAP.
• Oversight of other general departmental-specific responsibilities including, among others, variance analyses tied to monthly close and compliance with the internal control requirements of SOX.
• Support special projects as necessary, such as purchase accounting matters related to merger and acquisition activities, corporate restructurings and intercompany activity.
• Assist with preparation of footnotes/MD&A for Form 10Q/K SEC filings as well as other SEC filings.

What we're looking to add to our team:

• CPA
• BA/BS in Accounting (or equivalent).
• 5 years of experience in a financial reporting/accounting role at a public company or a public accounting firm
• Good communication skills (both verbal and written) and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and its application are essential.
• Good time management skills and should be able to remain organized under periods of reporting pressure.
• Ability to collaborate with senior management, corporate tax, external auditors, internal auditors, and various departments within the company.
• Ability to think independently, perform own research on issues, and come up with suggested resolutions to be presented to supervisor.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Here are a few preferred experiences (not required):

• Big Four experience is a plus.
• Experience with the consolidation system such as OneStream is a plus.
• Experience with Workiva is a plus.

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [e-mail] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).